Piqua Arts Council

What Piqua Arts Council does

Piqua Arts Council is a nonprofit arts organization founded in 1991 in Piqua, Ohio, originally as a committee of the Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce and operating as an independent 501(c)(3) since 1997. It delivers a portfolio of programs aimed at making the arts accessible through education, support, and presentation: the Annual Fine Art Exhibition (the largest in the Miami Valley, drawing 200+ works across multiple mediums), Artist Workshops led by nationally recognized instructors, Creative Classrooms K-12 programming in Piqua Schools, the Bourbon Affair and Boogie for the Arts fundraisers, the Rock Piqua Food Truck + Music Festival, the Home Grown Arts documentary series, the Art 4 Everyone inclusive community umbrella program, and the Art Spark Awards granting program ($250-$500 per artist). Its customer base comprises local artists, K-12 students, and Piqua-area residents of all ages and backgrounds.

Underlying technology is typical for a small nonprofit: a Wix-based content website, Zeffy for online ticketing, and Square plus PayPal for donations and merchandise checkout. There is no proprietary platform, no mobile app, no AI/ML capability, no APIs, and no integration ecosystem — the technology footprint is purely operational. Competitive differentiation rests on community relationships, programming diversity, and physical venues rather than technology.

The revenue model is diversified across six membership tiers ($25 Artist to $1,000 Business Partner, annual subscription), individual and corporate donations, event ticket sales ($40-$100 per ticket across fundraisers), a 30% commission on artwork sales during the Annual Fine Art Exhibition, the $50 artist exhibition entry fee, and grants including support from the Ohio Arts Council. Go-to-market is community-led: direct outreach via the headquarters at 427 N Main Street, a quarterly email newsletter, organic social channels (Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube), and on-the-ground events. The current organization operates with two paid staff (Executive Director Sara Wilson and Program Coordinator Rachel Paden) supported by a 17-member volunteer Board of Trustees, and is in the middle of a capital campaign to convert a former downtown bank at 401 N Main Street into a permanent facility.

Name

Piqua Arts Council

Legal name

Piqua Arts Council

Website

https://piquaartscouncil.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Piqua Arts Council is a nonprofit arts organization in Piqua, Ohio delivering arts education, exhibitions, workshops, fundraisers, and inclusive community programming. It serves local artists, K-12 students, and Piqua-area residents through events, memberships, donations, and a capital campaign for a new permanent facility.

Ownership category

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Product category

Community Arts Education & Programming

NAICS

Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Art, Arts Councils & Grantmaking Programs (BPAGAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cultural Festivals & Events Organizations (BPAGAHAG), Arts Education & Community Arts Programs (BPAGAHAC), Visual Arts & Media Arts Programs (Art Club, Photography, Film) (EDAJAJAF)

Keywords

• Community arts education
• Fine art exhibitions
• Nonprofit arts programming
• Arts workshop instruction
• Community arts events

Headquarters

HQ city

Piqua

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership tiers ranging from $25 (Artist) to $200 (Benefactor), plus Business memberships at $300 and $1000 levels. Provides voting rights, event invites, and gallery display opportunities.
2. Event Revenue: Ticket sales for fundraising events including Bourbon Affair ($100/ticket), Boogie for the Arts, and Annual Art Show Awards Reception ($40/person). Art Exhibition entry fees of $50 per artist.
3. Donations and Sponsorships: Individual donations through Square checkout, corporate sponsorships for events, and ongoing supporter contributions. Featured as major funding source for new building campaign.
4. Art Sales Commission: 30% commission retained on all artwork sales during the Annual Fine Art Exhibition. Artists must offer at least one piece for sale.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Piqua Arts Council delivers accessible arts programming to the Piqua, Ohio community through educational workshops, fine art exhibitions, community events, K-12 in-school programs, and grant funding for local artists. The organization produces signature fundraisers (Bourbon Affair, Boogie for the Arts, Rock Piqua festival), runs the Annual Fine Art Exhibition with 200+ works, and offers creative programming for all ages and skill levels through partnerships with schools, galleries, and local businesses.

Product overview

Piqua Arts Council operates as a unified portfolio of arts programs and community initiatives rather than a single product. The organization offers Artist Workshops for professional skill development, event-based fundraisers including Bourbon Affair and Boogie for the Arts, community programs under the Art 4 Everyone umbrella, the Annual Fine Art Exhibition, Rock Piqua music festival, Home Grown Arts documentary series, Art Spark Awards grants, Creative Classrooms school programming, and A Night with PAC membership events. These programs work together to fulfill the council's mission of making the arts accessible through education, support, and presentation.

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Functional benefit

Brands

• Art 4 Everyone: Umbrella program offering inclusive arts programs including youth outreach, educational partnerships, Battle of the Bands, Exploration Days, Community Paint Day, Halloween Creative Writing Competition, and Boos & Brews
• Bourbon Affair
• Boogie for the Arts
• Rock Piqua
• Annual Piqua Fine Art Exhibition
• Home Grown Arts
• Art Spark Awards
• Artist Workshops
• Grown-Up Prom

Products and services

• Artist Workshops Multi-day professional workshops led by nationally recognized artists offering hands-on instruction in watercolor, oil painting, plein air, and other mediums for emerging and experienced artists.
• Boogie for the Arts PAC's signature performative arts fundraiser featuring live dance and poetry performances, interactive activities, and community dancing to raise funds for PAC's arts programming.
• Art 4 Everyone Umbrella program offering inclusive arts programs including youth outreach, educational partnerships, Community Paint Day, Halloween Creative Writing Competition, Battle of the Bands, and Boos & Brews ghost story events.
• Annual Piqua Fine Art Exhibition One of Ohio's longest-running non-juried fine art exhibitions featuring over 200 works across categories including drawing, mixed media, oil, watercolor, photography, and 3D work; the largest art show in the Miami Valley.
• Rock Piqua Food Truck + Music Festival Annual outdoor summer festival featuring live music performances, regional food trucks, craft beverages, and family-friendly entertainment celebrating music and community in downtown Piqua.
• Bourbon Affair PAC's premier fundraising experience featuring expertly curated rare bourbons and high-class wines paired with gourmet culinary offerings, a large silent auction, specialty cash bar, and exclusive VIP experiences.
• Home Grown Arts Documentary interview series spotlighting local Piqua artists and creatives, sharing their stories and illustrating how the arts have shaped their lives and careers.
• Art Spark Awards Awards program providing $250-$500 grants to local artists of all disciplines for supplies, professional development, or project funding, with awards reviewed on a rolling 30-day basis.
• Creative Classrooms School-based art programming bringing quality arts education into Piqua Schools across four segments: Kindergarten, Grades 1-3, Grades 4-6, and Grades 7-12.
• A Night with PAC Annual membership celebration event featuring organization updates, program previews, and kickoff of the membership drive, held at Crooked Handle Brewing Co.

Quantifiable outcome

• Art 4 Everyone: Exploration Days welcomed more than 50 young artists on June 16 & 17, 2026
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The Round Barn at The Orrmont EstatecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Venue partner for Bourbon Affair fundraiser. Historic octagon barn built around 1880, listed on Ohio's inventory of historic barns. Located at 150 Fox Drive in Piqua, Ohio. Provides heated/cooled event space seating up to 300, with tables, chairs, parking, and bartenders.
• PBS (The American Woodshop)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured their new building project on PBS The American Woodshop nationally. Scott Phillips appeared on the show to showcase the 'Taking it to the Bank' project. Viewers can watch at minute 12 of the episode.
• Fort Piqua PlazaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistoric venue hosting Boogie for the Arts (formerly Grown-Up Prom) event on April 12, 2025. Location for inaugural adult prom fundraiser.
• Mainstreet PiquacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit organization dedicated to downtown Piqua revitalization. Co-host of Rock Piqua Food Truck + Music Festival. Collaborates on Taste of the Arts events including Battle of the Bands.
• Crooked Handle Brewing Co.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal craft brewery partner for multiple events including Boogie for the Arts, A Night with PAC, and Boos & Brews. Provides craft beer for Rock Piqua festival. Sponsors Art 4 Everyone Exploration Days.
• Apple Tree GallerycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGallery venue for Annual Fine Art Exhibition (405 N. Main St.), workshops including Watercolor Workshop with Gary Brooks, Plein Air Workshop with Ron Donoughe, and Oil Workshop with Nina Weiss.
• Indian Nation StationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic Access TV station for Piqua, Ohio. Director A.J. Ganger produces Home Grown Arts documentary series. Covers community events including sports, school activities, parades, and concerts.
• Piqua Civic BandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal civic band directed by Brett Poling. Featured in Home Grown Arts documentary series. Brett Poling is a featured creative in the community.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/piquaarts
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCYFb-UBFyG6DKdfj5fMpWgQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/PiquaArtsCouncil
• Instagraminstagram.com/piquaarts
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/piquaarts

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

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